Japanese phrase
今回は契約を見送ります。 kon kai wa kei yaku o mi oku ri ma su
Meaning
We will pass on the contract this time.
When to use it
Politely declines a contract for now. It sounds professional and indirect, suggesting that future discussions may still be possible.
Example dialogue
ご提案は魅力的ですが、今回は契約を見送ります。 go tei an wa mi ryoku teki de su ga kon kai wa kei yaku o mi oku ri ma su
Your proposal is attractive, but we will not proceed with the contract this time.
承知しました。また機会があればお願いします。 shō chi shi ma shi ta ma ta ki kai ga a re ba o nega i shi ma su
I understand. Please keep us in mind for another opportunity.